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Plastic Jesus

Plastic Jesus

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

1971

Director

Lazar Stojanović

Runtime

73 minutes

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Plastic Jesus is a highly specialized work that prioritizes systemic critique over human-centric storytelling. Its reliance on puppets, collage, and abstract animation means it lacks traditional representation for LGBTQ+ individuals, specific gender dynamics, or disability.

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Category Breakdown

Does Plastic Jesus have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film uses stop-motion and collage techniques, which prioritize inanimate objects and puppets. Therefore, there are no explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Plastic Jesus portray gender?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes the dehumanizing effects of industrial society rather than interpersonal gender dynamics. Since the characters are mostly symbolic, the film neither challenges nor reinforces specific gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Plastic Jesus?

Limited

The film uses abstract forms and archival footage of world leaders to create an international scope. However, it lacks intentional casting or diverse human character's ability to drive the story.

How does Plastic Jesus represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The work provides a profound critique of Western consumerism and the commodification of spirituality. It effectively deconstructs religious sanctity by framing it as a byproduct of capitalist mass production.

Does Plastic Jesus include disability representation?

Minimal

The focus on inanimate objects and psychological fragmentation prevents the representation of physical or neurodivergent identities. Disability is not used as a plot device or subject of mockery.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a sophisticated critique of Western consumerism and capitalist mass production.
  • Uses global archival footage to offer a broad, international perspective on world leaders.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks intentional, multi-layered casting or diverse human character's ability to drive the story due to its abstract medium.
  • Does not represent physical or neurodivergent identities, focusing instead on inanimate objects.

Official Synopsis

Tom is a young guy from Zagreb, completely without money, trying to make films in Belgrade. He somehow manages to survive with a help of women. He doesn't believe in anybody, respects no one and is in constant conflict with the ruling system and order. After being left by a silly American girl, Tom binds with a woman whose husband is abroad. When she kicks him out, he moves in with her husband's sister, who later kills him in the attack of jealousy. All this is shown in the context of major historical events prior to 1968. with lots of archive footage of world leaders.

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